Author Archives: Alex Gorman

The Trip Back East: Abigail’s Perspective

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Alex Gorman

On the Saturday of our trip to Connecticut, a party was held at Castle Hubert, to celebrate the birthdays of Missy McDonnell and my mother, Pat, who defected from the Clan McDonnell to Clan Gorman some years ago. It was … Continue reading →

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Wasted Youth

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Alex Gorman

Last week I had my third piece of fiction published. Wasted Youth appeared in the July collection of flash fiction on the Kazka Press site. I’d tell you all about it, but it’s only just over 900 words long, so … Continue reading →

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The Trip Back East: The Parental Perspective

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Alex Gorman

We returned on Tuesday from our trip to New York and Connecticut. While we stayed in Greenwich, CT, it was definitely a multi-state trip. We crossed the border without even realizing it multiple times a day. You may be wondering … Continue reading →

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Grandma Margie

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Alex Gorman

We’ll be flying back to the east coast tomorrow for my Grandmother’s memorial service. She died last year in Florida, but the family is scattered all over the country, so it took some time to get us all together. We’ll … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part 51

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Alex Gorman

On the title of the story she has decided to read to Gabe at the breakfast table: “This book is called, Everybody Fixes Wires.” On my surprise, which she says is good for Gabe, Abigail and Momma and great for … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Gabe, Part 2

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Alex Gorman

You’ve had a long week. You should take a break and watch a video.

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Empty Nesters

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Alex Gorman

Our birds have flown the coop. Technically, they flew the coop more than a week ago, but a lot has gone on between now and then, so I’m only just getting to this hummingbird update. When we last left the … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part 50

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Alex Gorman

On her demands: “For my birthday, I will expect Lion King toys.” On the huge pile of plastic fruits and vegetables she and her brother placed in front of the garage door: “This is a bigger mistake than we thought!’ … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part 0

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Alex Gorman

Today, Abigail turned five. The big Oh-5. In honor of her birthday, I decided to dig up some old videos and share her most ancient wisdom. I present to you her earliest quotables.   A happy birthday to my wonderful … Continue reading →

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The Quotable Abigail, Part 49

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Alex Gorman

On asking for things in Spanish: “Please give me more el cheese.” On something to do with her princess crown: “Sister’s available. But her head is not.” On her footy jammies: “I’m all protected from germs because my socks are … Continue reading →

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